1989 BMW 530i

Highlights

• Two registered keepers from new
• In current ownership since 2021
• Always garaged and hardly driven
• Advisory-free MOT valid to June 2026

The Appeal

The E34 brought myriad changes to the legendary 5-series. This was an executive saloon with modernisation at its core, introducing traction control, stability control and a new 6-speed transmission. It was an impressive car; still effortlessly cool and poised with an understated elegance that only the Bavarian marque could provide.

The 530i, with its smooth 3.0-litre engine and automatic transmission, represents a particularly relaxed and capable grand tourer — a car built to cover miles in comfort and style.

This 1989 example has had just two registered keepers from new and has been in the current owner's hands since 2021. We're told it has always been garaged and hardly driven, with 29,930 miles on the clock that can be verified at least as far back as 2005. It's now ready and waiting for its lucky new owner.

Key Information

• Mileage: 29,930 miles
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until June 2026, with no advisories
• Technical specs: 2,986cc six-cylinder petrol, 6-speed automatic
• Paperwork: Service record book, handbooks and manuals, tax discs

The Detail

• Bronze paintwork is handsome and perfectly suits the car's lines
• Some gentle chips and marks
• Original BMW lattice alloys fitted
• Underside appears solid with gentle patina
• Original brown interior with upholstery in good order
• Instruments are clean and legible
• Carpets and headlining appear nicely kept
• Engine bay appears in good order
• Described as comfortable and easy to drive

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